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Steven Fisher Fairlie
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Handling all types of litigation including criminal and DUI defense, personal injury, and civil litigation
Philadelphia Magazine Top 100 "SuperLawyer" handling serious Personal Injury cases
Top 100 Pennsylvania "SuperLawyer" with unparalleled awards and results. Criminal, Personal Injury
Philadelphia Magazine Top 100 "SuperLawyer" handling serious car accident cases.
Top 100 "SuperLawyer" in Criminal Defense by Philadelphia Magazine!! Former Montgomery County DA
Philadelphia Magazine Top 100 "SuperLawyer" can help you get through the nightmare of your DUI.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
40%
32 years | 1,000 cases
Car Accident
20%
28 years | 100 cases
DUI and DWI
20%
32 years | 500 cases
Personal Injury
20%
28 years | 100 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2012 2011 2010
2012
Licenses
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 30 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Location
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Steven Fisher Fairlie's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 26 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | June 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Positive Final Results
I would highly recommend Steven Fairlie as a lawyer to represent you in any criminal proceedings. Steven has a thorough understanding of the law as well as any recent court rulings that could impact your case. In my case, he explained the law and potential outcomes, provided me updates along the wa...
Posted by Timothy | November 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Client
Steven was a beacon of hope at a time when my options appeared limited due to my last minute time constraint and the likelihood of a satisfactory resolution seemed nigh on impossible. Not only was Steven able to defend me from the original traffic citation, I was able to receive a favorable outcome w...
Posted by Robert | March 5, 2019 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Knowledgeable and Caring Attorney
I called Steven for legal advice concerning a very delicate matter and he gave me prompt attention and was very knowledgeable as to Pennsylvania criminal procedure. He offered very strategic consulting about my situation and was assuring in terms of his abilities and expansive previous defense trial ...
Steven Fairlie
Replied last March 6, 2019Thank you for the compliments Robert! I truly appreciate that you took the time to write a review.
Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Retail Theft
Steven is an amazing lawyer. He represented my case for the retail theft in 2015 and he did an amazing job. The charges were dismissed and i don't have any immigration issues. I would say he is the best. He is so punctual and sincere. He always replies to the emails and there for me. Because of him I...
Posted by Christopher | January 5, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Conscientious and Trustworthy
Steve has an amazing ability of making his clients feel as though theirs is his most important case. My first impression of him was that he was not only knowledgeable with the law, but also very compassionate and friendly. At no point during my DUI process did I feel Steve was either judgmental or ...
Steven Fisher Fairlie's Lawyer Endorsements
"Steve is an exceptionally talented and highly ethical criminal defense lawyer with extensive experience and credibility in the PA state county courts. I have had the pleasure of referring numerous clients to him, all of whom have given me nothing but the highest praise in their feedback about Steve, the quality of his work, and the care and professionalism with which he has treated them. No matter what time of the day or night I call him, Steve is extremely responsive and ready to help. Working with him is one of the pleasures of my practice."
"I endorse this lawyer. This is the lawyer other lawyers in Montgomery County go to with questions. A "superb" lawyer indeed."
"I endorse this lawyer. Steve was very professional and handled a difficult and sensitive matter with great professionalism"
"Mr. Fairlie is a well respected and effective litigator."
"Well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. I worked against Steve in a contractual litigation matter. He was extremely professional."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Not only is he one of the most experienced criminal lawyers in Montgomery and Bucks Counties, his website is an invaluable tool for others. I use his website as a cheat sheet in representing criminal clients in the counties."
"I endorse this lawyer. This lawyer has a superior knowledge of the law and any client would benefit from having his representation."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Steve for many years as a colleague in the Montgomery County legal community. I have had cases against him when he was an Asst. D.A. and I have engaged in conversation with him at social events. I therefore feel very qualified in saying that he is an exceptional litigator, talented and well-versed in the law. He is also a pleasant and exceedingly ethical and honest attorney. I am glad I share the same legal community with a stand-up guy like Steve."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Steven Fairlie for many years and he is an excellent criminal defense lawyer. All the clients I refer to him tell me he did an excellent job."
"I wholeheartedly endorse Steven as a criminal defense attorney. I had many cases against Steven when I was a prosecutor and have seen his courtroom demeanor first hand. In every case I had against him, he was honest, straightforward, and had a phenomenal grasp of the issues. Steven consistently made me work harder as a prosecutor because I knew he always came prepared on the issues that mattered."
"I have know Steve for almost 20 years now. We both went to the same law school. I have seen him in court many times he is an outstanding attorney that has the respect of the bench and bar."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Steve for over ten years, and have always been impressed by his legal skills. His work ethic and his easy demeanor make him an excellent choice as as attorney for your legal matters."
"Steve is a highly respected and smart lawyer. I have referred many cases to him in the past with the highest confidence in the service that he provides. He is also someone who I frequently discuss legal issues with and share ideas and strategy. I would recommend Steve to anyone in the Greater Philadelphia area and its surrounding counties."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have referred my clients to Steve for over 10 years and they have all been quite pleased as have I with his professionalism and expertise and excellent representation. As an attorney, my professional reputation is enhanced by Steve's expertise. Steve is and will continue to be my sole referral source for defense work because I am so confident in his consistent wins and abilities. He communicates with me as a professional and with the clients and there is 100% satisfaction. Dealing with him is a pleasure and I am fortunate to work with him."
"Steven Fairlie is an attorney who is constantly on top of the most recent legal developments in Pennsylvania criminal law. Steven utilizes this information to form innovative defenses for his clients. From my interactions with Steven, it is apparent that Steven's dedication to his profession and clients distinguishes him from other criminal defense attorneys."
"Steven is a very thorough, hard working, detail-oriented advocate on behalf of his clients. He is top-notch. His practice is state-of-the-art and his blog postings are highly regarded in the field. I would strongly endorse Steven for anyone in need of his criminal defense services."
"Hiring a criminal defense attorney is a very important decision. Steve is knowledgeable, well prepared and well respected in the Montgomery County and Bucks County legal communities. Clients should have no concerns in hiring Steve to defend them."
"Steve is a very knowlegable and dedicated attorney. He enjoys a good reprtation with his clients, the Judiciary and Bar. He is highly qualified to handle the most serious of cases"
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Top 100 Lawyers in Pennsylvania, SuperLawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Top 100 in Pennsylvania, SuperLawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Top 100 in Pennsylvania, SuperLawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Top 100 in Pennsylvania, SuperLawyers
2019
Top 100 in Pennsylvania, SuperLawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Top 100 in Pennsylvania, SuperLawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Top 100 in Pennsylvania, SuperLawyers
2017
Top 100 in Philadelphia, SuperLawyers
2017
AV "preeminent" highest possible rating, Martindale Hubbell
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Top 100 in Philadelphia, SuperLawyers
2016
Top 100 in Pennsylvania, SuperLawyers
2015
Top 100 in Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2015
Top 10 Attorney Award, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2015
Fellow, Litigation Counsel of America
2015
Top 100 Attorneys, American Society of Legal Advocates
2015
Top 100 Driving under the Influence (DUI) Attorneys, National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2015
Client Distinction Award, Martindale Hubbell
2015
Top-Rated Attorneys in Pennsylvania, The Wall Street Journal, Philadelphia Inquirer, The Legal Intelligencer
2015
Top 100 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Client Distinction Award, Martindale Hubbell
2014
Top 10 Attorney Award, National Academy Of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2014
Top 100 Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Fellow, Litigation Counsel of America
2014
AV "preeminent" highest rating available, Martindale Hubbell
2014
Top 100 Driving under the Influence (DUI) Attorneys, National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2014
Top-Rated Attorneys In Pennsylvania, The Wall Street Journal, Philadelphia Inquirer, The Legal Intelligencer
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top 100 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania SuperLawyers
2014
Top 100 in Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania SuperLawyers
2013
Top 100 Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
AV "Preeminent" highest possible rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Top 100 DUI Attorneys, The National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2013
Top 100 Lawyers in Philadelphia, Philadelphia Magazine
2013
Top 100 Lawyers in Pennsylvania, Philadelphia Magazine
2012
SuperLawyer - Personal Injury, Philadelphia Magazine
2012
The Nation's Leading Criminal Defense Attorneys, Newsweek
2012
Top Rated Attorneys in Pennsylvania, Wall Street Journal, Philadelphia Inquirer, The Legal Intelligencer
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
SuperLawyer - Criminal Defense, Philadelphia Magazine
2012
AV "Preeminent" highest possible rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Top 100 Trial Lawyers for 2012, The National Trial Lawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Top 100 Trial Lawyers for 2011, The National Trial Lawyers
2011
AV "Preeminent" Highest rating possible, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
SuperLawyer - Personal Injury, Philadelphia Magazine
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
SuperLawyer - Criminal Defense, Philadelphia Magazine
2010
AV "Preeminent" Highest rating possible, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
AV "Preeminent" highest possible rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
Rising Star, Philadelphia Magazine
2006
Lawyer on the Fast Track,
2006
Rising Star, Philadelphia Magazine
2005
Rising Star, Philadelphia Magazine
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Managing Partner, Fairlie & Lippy, PC
2000 - 2009
Partner, Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg & Gifford, P.C.
1996 - 2000
Assistant District Attorney, Montgomery County District Attorney's Office
1995 - 1996
Associate Attorney, Abeln Law Offices
Associations
2012 - Present
Montgomery Bar AssociationMember, Judiciary Committee
2001 - Present
Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2000 - Present
Montgomery County Criminal Defense CommitteeMember
2000 - Present
Montgomery County Criminal Defense CommitteeChairman
Pennsylvania Bar Association's Professionalism Committee
Member
Montgomery American Inn of Court
Member
Montgomery County Bar Association's Trial Lawyers' Section
Member
Montgomery County Bar Association, Bench-Bar Committee
Member
2002 - 2010
Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2000 - 2014
Pennsylvania Bar Association's Civil Litigation SectionMember
1996 - 2016
Montgomery County Bar AssociationMember
1996 - 2016
Philadelphia Bar AssociationAssociate Member
1995 - 2016
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Commonwealth v. Jeffrey Leinheiser
Third Degree Murder
Commonwealth v. O'Brien
Case dismissed
Commonwealth v. Scott
Death Penalty vacated
Church v. Hilltown Inn
Plaintiff's verdict after trial for $150,000
Clemens v. Eastern, et. al.
my client paid less than $2 million of $50,000,000.00 in profits
Education
1995
Pennsylvania State University, Dickinson School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1991
Lafayette College, Easton
A.B
N/A
University of Sydney
Speaking Engagements
2016
American Law Journal
The Bill Cosby case
2015
Criminal Law Symposium
Ethical Questions for Criminal Defense Attorneys
2014
Criminal Law Symposium
Criminal discovery – Hide and Seek for Lawyers
2013
Criminal Law Symposium
The Art of the Plea Bargain
2012
Pennsylvania Bar Association Solo and Small Firm Conference
Handling a DUI Case in Pennsylvania
2012
Criminal Law Symposium
Working with the Criminal Client
2011
Criminal Law Symposium
Crimes Involving Firearms
2010
Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Pennsylvania Drug Sentencing Issues
2010
Criminal Law Symposium
10 Motions You May Not Have Filed
2009
Criminal Law Symposium
The Truth, the Whole Truth? Or Nothing but Silence? Should My Client Testify?
2008
Pennsylvania Criminal Law Symposium
Pennsylvania Wiretap Law
2007
Criminal Law Symposium
How To Run A Criminal Law Practice
N/A
Montgomery County District Attorney's Office
Search and Seizure for Police Officers
N/A
Montgomery Bar Association
Everything You Need to Know About the New Montgomery County Drug Court
N/A
Montgomery Bar Association
Everything You Need to Know About the New DUI Law
N/A
Montgomery Bar Association
Advanced Issues in Criminal Law
N/A
Montgomery Bar Association
Criminal Consequences of Protection From Abuse Litigation
N/A
Montgomery Bar Association
Criminal Law for the Family Lawyer
N/A
Montgomery Bar Assocation
Recent Developments In Pennsylvania Sentencing
Publications
1996
Dick. J. Law Envt
The New Greenfields Legislation: A Practitioner's Guide to Recyling Old Industrial Sites
N/A
Unknown
Mongomery County Criminal Law Handbook
Languages
English
Hungarian
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Top Contributor
Steven earned significant contribution points in 2012.
Legal Answers
Q&A
What Should I Do ?
25 Sep 2023
Q&A
Can I get an ignition interlock limited license during my DUI suspension (4 months in to it) to be able to drive in PA?
12 Sep 2023
Q&A
I have a old DUI from almost 20 years ago can i get it off my record and get my license I never had a license ?
31 Jul 2023
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Pennsylvania Sex Crimes
26 Jul 2010
Legal Guide
Pennsylvania Car Accidents
27 Jun 2010
Legal Guide
Personal Injury FAQ
27 Jun 2010